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ragout

|ra/gout|

/ræˈɡuː/

seasoned stew

Etymology

Etymology Information

'ragout' originates from French, specifically the word 'ragoût', where 'ragoûter' meant 'to revive the taste'.

Historical Evolution

'ragoût' transformed into the English word 'ragout' and has retained its culinary meaning.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to revive the taste', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a seasoned stew'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a highly seasoned stew of meat or fish, with or without vegetables.

The chef prepared a delicious ragout with beef and mushrooms.

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